Question 1

what is trikacide (metronidazole) taken for?

Accepted Answer

Metronidazole ?: This drug is used for amebiasis, giardiasis, anaerobic infections, etc.

Question 2

what is metronidazole?

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An antibiotic.: Metronidazole (flagyl) is the generic name for an antimicrobial medicine that targets certain anaerobic bacteria, amoeba, and protozoa. It most commonly comes as an oral pill, and is indicated for use in a wide variety of conditions such as pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial vaginosis, c. Diff colitis, among many others.

Question 3

what is metronidazole prescribed for?

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It's prescribed for: Infection in the intestinal and pelvic organs.

Question 4

what is metronidazole? what is it used for?

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Metronidazole: Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infection.

Question 5

why is metronidazole not preferred for alcoholics?

Accepted Answer

Leads to poisoning: Metronidazole can inhibit the metabolism of alcohol in a manner similar to Antabuse. In the presence of Antabuse (disulfiram) or Flagyl (metronidazole), alcohol generates high levels of acetaldehyde, which essentially is a poison. It can lead to unpleasant skin flush, palpitations, shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, headache, and loss of consciousness.

Question 6

what is metronidazole 500 mg used for?

Accepted Answer

Infections: It is to treat infections of a variety of types.

Question 7

should i be feelig sick from 
metronidazole ?

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Metronidazole: Hi, yes some people can feel nauseated , develop vomiting, abdominal pain nd diarrhea, metallic taste in mouth and if you drink alcohol you def won't feel good at all.

Question 8

please describe the medication: metronidazole?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotic: Treats bacterial infections. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics.

Question 9

what is metro cream used for ? metronidazole 75%

Accepted Answer

METROCREAM: METROCREAM IS USUALLY PRESCRIBED FOR A CONDITION CALLED ROSACEA.
THAT WOULD METRONIDAZOLE 0.075% OR 1.0%.

Question 10

can olfen be taken alongside zinnat 500mg and metronidazole 200mg?

Accepted Answer

Depends on what…: …ingredients are in olfen, as they vary from country to country. The primary ingredient diclofenac has no listed interactions with zinnat (cefuroxime) or with metronidazole. Remember to avoid alcohol while on Metronidazole (can cause severe nausea & vomiting) & be careful with sun exposure, for it is a photosensitizer. Discuss the ingredients of olfen with your fp.

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